Hyperbaric Technician

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Intermountain Healthcare Inc. seeks a Hyperbaric Care Technician to provide direct patient care before, during, and after hyperbaric treatments.

You will assist the patient care team, operate the hyperbaric chamber per training, and monitor safety and environmental factors for all age groups. The role includes preparing patients, setting up ancillary hyperbaric equipment, and participating in routine chamber maintenance.

Qualifications

• Current certificate or license in Medical Assistant, Diver Medical Tech, EMT, Paramedic, or LPN license.
• Meets medical requirements for hyperbaric exposure if applicable.
• Preferred UHMS or ACHM approved course in Hyperbaric Medicine.
• One year of wound care or hyperbaric experience.
• Experience in an acute hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care before, during, and after hyperbaric treatments.
• Operate the hyperbaric chamber according to training and protocols for all age groups.
• Maintain a safe environment by following safety policies and handling emergencies.
• Set up and operate ancillary equipment for hyperbaric therapy (blood glucose testing, BP monitoring).
• Monitor chamber environment variables (temperature, oxygen) and communicate with inside attendant.

Skills

Patient safety

Patient services

Taking initiative

Quality improvement

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Diver Medical Tech certification

EMT certification

Paramedic certification

LPN license

Job description

Job Description:This position provides direct patient care before, during, and after hyperbaric treatments. This position will perform varied tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional to assist with hyperbaric patient needs. Under the direction and delegation of a licensed professional, assists the patient care team to ensure safe and quality care is given.Operates the hyperbaric chamber according to the level of training and established protocols for the following age groups: neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric.Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy, taking appropriate action in an emergency, and removing any potentially hazardous materials/equipment from the hyperbaric chamber before the chamber is pressurized.Performs routine cleaning of the hyperbaric chamber and ancillary equipment to prevent the transmission of infection.Performs maintenance to the level of training and departmental policyPrepares patients to receive hyperbaric oxygen therapy so that physical and patient-related risk factors are eliminated or controlled before and during the patient's treatmentSets up and operates all ancillary equipment relating to hyperbaric oxygen therapy, including, but not limited to, blood glucose testing and blood pressure monitoring.Multiplace specific: Calculates nitrogen time, oxygen breathing obligations, required decompression stops, and repetitive dive profiles as needed. Is able to work in a compressed gas environment. Monitors in chamber environment variables such as temperature, oxygen and maintains communication with inside attendant including tasks such as pressurization, ventilation, times, air breaks, and chamber movement.Employees are expected to complete a UHMS approved course in Hyperbaric Medicine within one year of their hire/transfer into this job.SkillsPatient ServicesPatient SafetyPatient SatisfactionTaking InitiativeQuality ImprovementShift Details: Full time, 36hrs/wk . Four-9 hour shifts each week. 0700-1700. After-hour call requirements, typically 2-3 each pay period.Required QualificationsCurrent certificate or license in Medical Assistant, Diver Medical Tech, Emergency Medical Technician certification, Paramedic certification, or LPN licenseCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.Meets medical requirements for hyperbaric exposure if applicable.Preferred QualificationsCompletion of a UHMS or ACHM approved course in Hyperbaric Medicine.One year of wound care or hyperbaric experience.Experience in an acute hospital setting.Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical CenterWork City:MurrayWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$24.30 - $37.52We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice.